Questions and Answers
What is the author's perspective?
How the author feels about the topic he or she is writing about.
Author's perspective is NOT what?
_________________ can help determine the author's perspective.
Tone, text features, word choice
Is the following type of question asking you to analyze the author's purpose or author's perspective: 'With which statement listed below would the author of this article most likely agree?'
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What are text features?
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In the author's opinion, what should be done to: ______________?
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Which statement BEST describes the author's attitude toward ____________?
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What is bias?
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What is tone?
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What is the author's perspective toward rogue employees?
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The author would most likely agree with which of the following?
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What is the author's purpose regarding energy-efficient improvements?
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The author would most likely agree that:
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Study Notes
Author's Perspective
- Defines how an author feels about a topic.
- Distinct from point of view, which refers to narrative perspective (1st, 2nd, 3rd person).
Analyzing Author's Perspective
- Tone, text features, and word choice are crucial for determining perspective.
- Analysis questions often assess perspective, such as those asking with which statement an author would agree.
Text Features
- Elements of a text that highlight important information for the reader's attention.
Bias and Tone
- Bias refers to unfair prejudice towards a group or idea, influencing the author's perspective.
- Tone reflects a writer's attitude toward the subject matter being discussed.
Contextual Examples
- Rogue employees cause significant financial losses, exceeding $13 billion in Florida due to theft of inventory and sensitive information.
- Author views rogue employees as more detrimental than traditional burglars and robbers.
- Emphasis on the need for vigilance among the public and business owners to combat employee theft.
Author's Purpose
- To persuade readers of the benefits of energy-efficient home improvements.
- Highlights long-term financial rewards through reduced utility bills and potential increase in property value.
Agreement Statements
- Agreement certain statements reflect the author's perspective, highlighting the perceived necessity for prevention and acknowledgment of costs-benefit for energy efficiency improvements.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of an author's perspective, including tone, bias, and text features. It examines how these elements influence understanding of the author's feelings about a topic. Prepare to analyze various statements and text examples to determine perspective.